Gardening for Better Health
Purple is one of the most popular colors on plant earth. Many people seek out purple vegetables and produce in the grocery store. The discovery of the purple cauliflower with its deep vibrant purple is a sight to behold. Knowing it comes from Mother…
Did you know weeds can be part of your balanced diet? You heard right! For many people, weeds are an unwanted, uninvited guest in their yards. Stop using weekd killer in your yards. Start enjoying, appreciating and using weeds. Weeds are less work, cost…
Living in Tulsa, OK for 11 years, I asked the locals if crime was a problem. They replied, “well, in August you better be sure to lock your car, because otherwise someone might put a bag of zucchini in your car.” 🙂 People who…
It makes so much sense: “you are what you eat.” Veterinarians know the irreplaceable link between nutrient intake and health. Actually, most of our pets eat better than most Americans. Your dog or cat probably eats a balanced formula of protein, carbohydrate, fat, fiber,…
There are miracles going on all around us if we merely take the time to notice. How does a tomato seed, the size of a BB become a plant the size of a man, then produce hundreds of tomato fruit, which each include dozens…
Soil, compost, mulch and water are the main elements behind a sustainable garden. Focusing on improving and utilizing these elements will not only make your garden more productive, but ultimately allows humans and nature to exist in harmony. Making your garden sustainable will help…
Flowers can have an uplifting effect on the human spirit with their colors, scent and beauty. There are many popular flowers which also have natural medicinal healing properties. Flowers can be used for physical health enhancement as well as for safely managing emotional issues…
Composting will provide you with the best organic fertilizer possible. You will give your plants an ideal mix of nitrogen, potassium, phosphorus and a concoction of rich synergistic nutrients that your plants will thrive on. It is the best fertilizer you can provide your…
Finding healing powers in plants is an ancient idea. Plants are rich in a wide variety of secondary metabolites, such as tannins, terpenoids, alkaloids and flavonoids, which have been found to have antimicrobial properties. A wide variety of these can be planted in your…
Popular Medicinal Plants for your Garden Starting Composting? Some tips and tricks. Working towards a sustainable garden
Beetroots or beets are one of the most nutrient-packed root vegetables. Besides, making a great addition to your family’s diet, beets can be used for medicinal purposes and as natural colouring agent. Therefore, if you want to reap all the healing powers of this…